2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 847 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.
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 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C5 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
