1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 23 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 975 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.
Because 2012 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX 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, 2012 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. 2012 Acura RDX 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. 2012 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Acura |
| Model | Charade | RDX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2649 mm |
