1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Charade | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |
