1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1977 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Escort weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1977 Ford Escort 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 1977 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1977 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Escort |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 937 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |