1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Today |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
