1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 29 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1830 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charade | G |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4763 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2850 mm |
