1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 26 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1052 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1987 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1987 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 233 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3246 mm |