1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 322 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charmant | Prelude |
Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1234 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |