1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 24 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1240 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 2009 Dodge Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 7350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 4330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 95 L |
