1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
