1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Honda City
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 19 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda City weights approximately 220 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, 2004 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Honda City | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | City |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
