1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 35 kg more 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, 1986 Ford Escort (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Escort |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 65 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 48 L |
