1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 17 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 870 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 66 L |
