1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 11 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. 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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Today |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
