1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1270 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.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
