1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 21 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (156 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 795 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. 2000 Ford Taurus 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. 2000 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2760 mm |
