2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1990 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Accord weights approximately 665 kg more than 2003 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, 1990 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 2003 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 Honda Accord | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charade | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |