2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1988 Eagle Summit
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Eagle Summit weights approximately 292 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, 1988 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1988 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Eagle |
| Model | Charade | Summit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1468 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
