1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |
