2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 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, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 975 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
