1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 624 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 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Celica |
Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |