1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1977 Ford Cortina 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 1977 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cortina | Charade |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
