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 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). 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 64 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 (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 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 | 1117 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 48 L |