1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 17 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-250 weights approximately 176 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.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 144 L |
