1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 20 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 731 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
