1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, both 1983 Daihatsu Charade and 1983 Honda Ballade were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Ballade weights approximately 59 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charade | Ballade |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 74 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2330 mm |