2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Prelude weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 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 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charade | Prelude |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |