1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1170 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 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 162 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2370 mm |