1994 Acura Integra vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1994 Acura Integra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura Integra (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura Integra weights approximately 440 kg more than 1983 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, 1994 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | Integra | Charade |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
