1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 6 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 590 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charade | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
