1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 25 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2011 Mazda 3 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | 3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
