1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 2 (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 399 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.
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, 2004 Mazda 2 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | 2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
