1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 24 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Exige weights approximately 149 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 2007 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Charade | Exige |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
