1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 22 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | Terios |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
