1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 886 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Thunderbird 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 1988 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Charade | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2880 mm |