1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 21 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
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 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Charade | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
