1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, both 1983 Daihatsu Charade and 1983 Pontiac Phoenix were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix weights approximately 370 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 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | |
Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
Model | Charade | Phoenix |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |