1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 25 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 971 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, 2009 Dodge Journey (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Journey |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 78 L |
