1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra is newer by 10 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (325 HP) has 258 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Supra weights approximately 836 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 1993 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Supra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
