1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1982 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lincoln Continental (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 690 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lincoln Continental 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 1982 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1982 Lincoln Continental (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1982 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lincoln |
| Model | Charade | Continental |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |
