1990 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1990 Mazda RX-7 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 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda RX-7 | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Mazda | Daihatsu |
| Model | RX-7 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
