1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Honda Lagreat
To start off, 2002 Honda Lagreat is newer by 23 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Lagreat (202 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 1234 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, 2002 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. 2002 Honda Lagreat has automatic transmission and 1979 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1979 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Honda Lagreat | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Lagreat |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3010 mm |
