1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 21 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 654 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 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
Model | Charade | Freelander |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2560 mm |