1988 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 21 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-150 weights approximately 116 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Daihatsu Charmant | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charmant | E-150 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3510 mm |