1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 16 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 881 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.
Because 2009 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. 2009 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1993 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1993 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |
