1991 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 19 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1191 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.
Because 2010 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Taurus |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |