1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1995 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1995 Honda Shuttle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 812 kg more than 1985 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, 1995 Honda Shuttle (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Daihatsu Charade | 1995 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charade | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |