1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1995 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1995 Ford Fairlane is newer by 16 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 854 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 1995 Ford Fairlane 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 1995 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1995 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 206 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2930 mm |
