1988 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 19 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1039 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.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Charade | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 78 L |
