1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Escort |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
