1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 31 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (141 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 645 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
