1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2000 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2000 Ford Cougar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Cougar (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Cougar weights approximately 610 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.
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, 2000 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2000 Ford Cougar | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Cougar |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |