1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1284 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 Pilot 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 Pilot 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 Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. 2007 Honda Pilot 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. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 244 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
