2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 390 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2006 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2006 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Charade | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2471 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
