2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1982 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercury Cougar (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 575 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mercury Cougar 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 1982 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1982 Mercury Cougar (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1982 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Charade | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2301 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2690 mm |
