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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 337 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
