1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP) has 318 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 835 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 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Charade | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 67 L |
