1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 24 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1518 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 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
