2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1983 Ford Orion
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Orion weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Charade | 1983 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Orion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
