1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 23 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Bantam weights approximately 238 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, 2010 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
