1988 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V is newer by 16 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda FR-V (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 905 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, 2004 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
