1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 408 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 Toyota RunX (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | RunX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1134 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
