1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 20 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 562 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, 2004 Mazda 3 (203 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | 3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
