1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2000 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 17 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 264 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 2000 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2000 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | YRV |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |
