1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 27 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 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1978 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 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
| Model | Charade | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
