1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 375 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, 2000 Honda Civic (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Civic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2630 mm |
