1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 18 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 942 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.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | Daihatsu | Acura |
Model | Charade | TL |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |