1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 26 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 794 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 220 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 | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
