1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 22 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Ka weights approximately 247 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, 2011 Ford Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Ford Ka | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Ka |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |