1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2003 Ford Maverick is newer by 16 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Maverick (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Maverick weights approximately 798 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 2003 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Maverick 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, 2003 Ford Maverick (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
