1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 198 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charmant | Tempo |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2540 mm |