2003 Acura CL vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 730 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | CL | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
