1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1264 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.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element 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 Element | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Element |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2580 mm |
