1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Tempo | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Tempo | Charade |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |