2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 353 kg more than 1987 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, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | HHR | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |
