1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 23 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3510 mm |
