2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1986 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 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, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1986 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Charade | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1310 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
