1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 318 kg more than 1972 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | Chante |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |
