1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 450 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Celica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |
