1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 14 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 490 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 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charade | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
