2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1980 Ford Escort 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 1980 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 903 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
