1984 Ford Orion vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Orion weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
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, both vehicles can yield 95 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Orion | Charade |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |
