1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 1998 Lexus GS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 1000 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 1998 Lexus GS 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 1998 Lexus GS. 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, 1998 Lexus GS (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Charade | GS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
