1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 27 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 630 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 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Charade | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2475 mm |
