1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 349 kg more than 1989 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, 2004 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. 2004 Honda Civic 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. 2004 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
