2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1983 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Triumph Acclaim weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 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, 1983 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1983 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Charade | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
