1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 22 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 694 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.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1420 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
