1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 420 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.
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, 2005 Ford F-150 (325 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charmant | F-150 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3070 mm |