1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 17 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 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Life weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2004 Honda Life 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, 2004 Honda Life 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charade | Life |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
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 | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
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 | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |