1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 792 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
