1988 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 770 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charade | Accord |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |