1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 23 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 471 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 69 L |
