1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 18 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 (66 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Life weights approximately 8 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Life |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
