2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1986 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1986 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1986 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
Model | Town & Country | Charade |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |