1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1997 Seat Toledo 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Toledo weights approximately 324 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 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charade | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2480 mm |
