1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 19 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
