1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1996 Ford Aspire is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aspire weights approximately 85 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Ford Aspire | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Aspire |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 37 L |