2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1985 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1985 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rainier | Charade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 43 L |
