1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 934 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 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody. 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 Nissan Hardbody (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2960 mm |
