1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 855 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 2013 Ford Mustang 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 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Mustang |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |