1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 365 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Charade | Lancer |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |