1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1172 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Charade | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1898 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |