1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 19 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. Both 1989 Daihatsu Charade and 2008 Ford Ikon are equipped with a 1,295 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ikon weights approximately 218 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, 2008 Ford Ikon (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Ikon |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1063 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 48 L |