1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 32 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Defender (120 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1997 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 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
| Model | Charade | Defender |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2370 mm |
