1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-250 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charmant | E-250 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3510 mm |