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 (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 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 98 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 (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 44 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.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charade | Today |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |