1991 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1880 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 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 136 L |
