1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 638 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, 2009 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. 2009 Honda Accord 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. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |
