1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 8 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (107 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 294 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.
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, 1987 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charade | Prelude |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 107 HP |
Torque | 72 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |