1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 19 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 431 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, 1998 Ford Focus (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Focus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
