1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 26 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 1104 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Luxgen |
Model | Charade | Luxgen7 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1876 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1768 mm |