1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 572 kg more than 1992 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, 2004 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Focus |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |