1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 23 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 6,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2429 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 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 753 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Ram |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 6688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 3149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 129 L |
