2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 466 kg more than 2006 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Charade | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
