1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1987 Ford Sierra 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 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Charade, 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 Ford Sierra (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sierra | Charade |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
