1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 22 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 354 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avanza (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
