1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 31 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 727 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, 2010 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Accord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2799 mm |
