1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 22 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1230 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Element |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
