1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1999 Ford Tracer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Tracer (67 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Tracer weights approximately 142 kg more than 1993 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, 1999 Ford Tracer (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
