1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Move is newer by 19 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1985 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 95 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 Daihatsu Move (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Daihatsu Move | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charade | Move |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |