1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | 929 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
