1983 Toyota Soarer vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Soarer (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Soarer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Soarer | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | Soarer | Charade |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 36 L |
