1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 515 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | 3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4500 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 |
