1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 14 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 484 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charade | Galant |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |
