2000 Acura MDX vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2000 Acura MDX is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX 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, 2000 Acura MDX (346 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | MDX | Charade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
