1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 23 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1024 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.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 83 L |
