1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1451 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 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charade | Montero |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 90 L |
