1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1970 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota 2000GT (128 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 378 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota 2000GT 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 1970 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1970 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1970 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
