2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1992 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1992 Ford Mustang 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 1992 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1992 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 2003 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1992 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Mustang |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |