1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 957 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
