1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2012 Mazda 3 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charade | 3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2639 mm |