1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 17 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 726 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Ram |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 4080 mm |
