1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 730 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 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Camry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2776 mm |
