1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1988 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 77 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1988 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2300 mm |
