1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay is newer by 20 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (200 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 1390 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.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay 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, 2005 Saturn Relay (299 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
| Model | Charade | Relay |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 95 L |
