1995 Acura Integra vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1995 Acura Integra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Integra (139 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Integra weights approximately 388 kg more than 1987 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, 1995 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. 1995 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1987 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1987 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Integra | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | Integra | Charade |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 66 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 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
