1997 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Charade | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
