1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1995 Ford Contour
To start off, 1995 Ford Contour is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Contour weights approximately 412 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Contour, 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 Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 1995 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charmant | Contour |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
