1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1990 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Sierra weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1990 Ford Sierra 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 1990 Ford Sierra. 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, 1990 Ford Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
