1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 147 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1999 Honda Civic (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Honda Civic | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charade | Civic |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |