2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 323 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |
