1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 996 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Charade | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2700 mm |
