1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 20 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1789 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 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
| Model | Charade | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
