1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 866 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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 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 F-350 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charmant | F-350 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3490 mm |