1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 11 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 168 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Ford Escort, 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1985 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charmant | Escort |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |