1988 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 716 kg more than 1988 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
