2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Charade | 959 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
