1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP) has 284 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 804 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Charade | 911 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2360 mm |
