1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1986 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1986 Ford Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Sierra weights approximately 476 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Ford Sierra (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1986 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charmant | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
