1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
