1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Lexus ES
To start off, 2005 Lexus ES is newer by 22 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus ES (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus ES weights approximately 834 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, 2005 Lexus ES (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Charade | ES |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2730 mm |
