2007 Acura TL vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 592 kg more than 1989 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1989 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1989 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | TL | Charade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
