1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1985 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1985 Ford Telstar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Telstar (94 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Telstar weights approximately 304 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. 1985 Ford Telstar 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. 1985 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1985 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2520 mm |
