1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Charade | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 77 L |
