1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |
