1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1219 kg more than 1986 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (320 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 98 L |
