2006 Acura RSX vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 554 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Acura RSX (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | RSX | Charade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
