1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1986 Mazda 323

To start off, both 1986 Daihatsu Charade and 1986 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 323 weights approximately 140 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.

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, 1986 Mazda 323 (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Daihatsu Charade 1986 Mazda 323
Make Daihatsu Mazda
Model Charade 323
Year Released 1986 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 993 cc 1071 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 51 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 80 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 720 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 3560 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 2410 mm


 

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