1997 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1983 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Telstar weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 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, 1983 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Charade | 1983 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
