1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 785 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (290 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Avensis |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |