1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 25 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1625 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 2008 Lincoln Town Car 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 2008 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lincoln |
| Model | Charade | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
