1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1106 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 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Charade | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 85 L |
