1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 236 kg more than 1976 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | Chante |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2210 mm |
