1991 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
