2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 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, 1986 Ford Escort (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1986 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Escort |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 116 L |