1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 28 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1120 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 626 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charade | E |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2874 mm |
