2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 20 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 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1350 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 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Charade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2330 mm |
