2003 Bentley Continental vs. 1984 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1730 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Bentley Continental (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 802 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Continental | 1984 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Bentley | Daihatsu |
Model | Continental | Charade |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |