1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 616 weights approximately 190 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charade | 616 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |