2000 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura EL weights approximately 269 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. 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, 1998 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. 2000 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1998 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Naked | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Acura |
| Model | Naked | EL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2619 mm |
