1990 BMW 525 vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1990 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 525 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 1990 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1990 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 525 | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 525 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2330 mm |
