1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (152 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1308 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Cougar 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 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Charade | Cougar |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 152 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2910 mm |