1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,493 cc, 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 355 kg more than 1993 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, 2008 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1493 cc |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
