1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 840 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1979 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Camaro | Charade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 34 L |
