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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 753 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 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 | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 129 L |
