1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 284 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, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2560 mm |
