1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 21 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 295 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Yaris |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |