1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Escort |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 939 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 | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |