1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1000 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 Ram 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 Ram 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 Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Ram | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Ram |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 4080 mm |
