2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 511 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 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cobalt | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2330 mm |
