2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 25 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (197 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 887 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.
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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Lucerne | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
