1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 415 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Charade | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2030 mm |
