1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (140 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 700 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Century 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 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1978 Buick Century (250 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Buick |
| Model | Charade | Century |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2760 mm |
