1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 716 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Quest |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
