1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Orion (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1992 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, 1984 Ford Orion (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Charade | 1984 Ford Orion | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Orion |
Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |