1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 21 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1712 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Expedition 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 2011 Ford Expedition. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Expedition |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 106 L |