1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 930 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charade | Accord |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 97.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |