1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura ILX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 627 kg more than 1984 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, 2013 Acura ILX (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Acura |
| Model | Charade | ILX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
