1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 98 L |
