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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) 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 694 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 (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 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 | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |