2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1476 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Express | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2330 mm |
