2004 Buick Regal vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 914 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1979 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Regal | Charade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 34 L |
