1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2001 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2001 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 21 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 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 915 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. 2001 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1980 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 2001 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charmant | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
