2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 990 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (305 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1979 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Colorado | Charade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2330 mm |
