1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 28 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-350 weights approximately 180 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1981 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charmant | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3510 mm |
