1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 28 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1815 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 2541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 125 L |
