1991 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 10 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 720 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.
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, 2001 Mercury Sable (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Charade | Sable |
Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |