2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Camry (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Camry weights approximately 385 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Toyota Camry (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
