1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Dart |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |
