1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 14 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 704 kg more than 1989 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. 2003 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1989 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1989 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Charade | Sable |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |