1988 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 295 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Sierra (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charmant | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charmant | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
