1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charmant | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
