1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Orion weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion, 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, 1986 Ford Orion (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1986 Ford Orion | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charmant | Orion |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |