1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, both 1979 Daihatsu Charade and 1979 Ford LTD were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 800 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1979 Ford LTD 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 1979 Ford LTD. 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. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1979 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1979 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | LTD |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
