1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 25 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 880 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charade | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 67 L |
