2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1975 Toyota Crown

To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Crown (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Crown weights approximately 726 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Toyota Crown 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 1975 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1975 Toyota Crown (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu Charade 1975 Toyota Crown
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model Charade Crown
Year Released 2003 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 989 cc 2188 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 720 kg 1446 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2700 mm


 

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