1993 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Beijing | Daihatsu |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
