1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP) has 328 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 735 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Charade | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2450 mm |
