1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Starlet (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 5 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Daihatsu Charade (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Charade | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Starlet |
Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 64 mm |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |