1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (107 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 308 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 107 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
