1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 18 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 985 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.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charade | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2970 mm |
