1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1987 Ford Laser
To start off, both 1987 Daihatsu Charmant and 1987 Ford Laser were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Laser (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser.
Because 1987 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Laser, 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, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 1987 Ford Laser | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charmant | Laser |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |