1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 616 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Charade | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
