1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 11 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 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
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, 1989 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charmant | Escort |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
