1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 13 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 1,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 614 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 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 1996 Toyota Cresta. 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
