1991 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Ford Royale
To start off, 1997 Ford Royale 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 1997 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Royale 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 Royale | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Royale |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
