1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2860 mm |
