1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 17 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 650 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.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charade | Magna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2730 mm |
