1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 30 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 799 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 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Charade | Sportage |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |