1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1971 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1971 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mazda RX-2 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 1971 Mazda RX-2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1971 Mazda RX-2 (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 1971 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
