1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2000 Infiniti I30
To start off, 2000 Infiniti I30 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I30 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I30 weights approximately 796 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2000 Infiniti I30 (294 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm). This means 2000 Infiniti I30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 2000 Infiniti I30 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
| Model | Charade | I30 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2760 mm |
