2009 Acura MDX vs. 1984 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Acura MDX (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 1984 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
Model | MDX | Charade |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 43 L |