1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 1999 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1989 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1989 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charade | Today |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |