1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP) has 213 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1431 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1979 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1979 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Sienna |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 262 HP |
Torque | 72 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 79 L |