1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 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 (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 818 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1975 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charade | 818 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |