2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Prelude weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charade | Prelude |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |