2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade

To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 441 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Daihatsu Terios 1979 Daihatsu Charade
Make Daihatsu Daihatsu
Model Terios Charade
Year Released 2007 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1495 cc 993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 105 HP 49 HP
Torque 140 Nm 72 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.7 mm 73 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 154 km/hour 137 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1125 kg 684 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 3490 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 34 L


 

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