1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1997 Ford Tracer is newer by 13 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 1,321 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Tracer (67 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Tracer weights approximately 245 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.
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, 1997 Ford Tracer (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1321 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
