1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,070 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 323 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | 323 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
