1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1988 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. 1988 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1993 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1993 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Acura |
| Model | Charade | Integra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
