1988 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1990 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Prelude weights approximately 315 kg more than 1988 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, 1990 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charade | Prelude |
Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |