1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1992 Honda CRX
To start off, 1992 Honda CRX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda CRX weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 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, 1992 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1992 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | CRX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
