1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 1290 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 Pontiac Montana 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 Pontiac Montana 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 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Charade | Montana |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 95 L |
