1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1990 Ford Orion
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Orion weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 Ford Orion | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Orion |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |