2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 575 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Falcon |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2800 mm |