1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Honda Accord

To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 28 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 734 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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Daihatsu Charade 2007 Honda Accord
Make Daihatsu Honda
Model Charade Accord
Year Released 1979 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 993 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 49 HP 244 HP
Torque 72 Nm 286 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 684 kg 1418 kg
Vehicle Length 3490 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 65 L


 

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