1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 34 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP) has 276 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 1066 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
| Model | Charade | M |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2900 mm |
