1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Terios | Charade |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2330 mm |