1998 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 406 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Prizm | 1979 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Prizm | Charade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
