1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1984 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Toyota MR2. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1984 Toyota MR2 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 1984 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota MR2. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1984 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | MR2 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2330 mm |