2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 870 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lincoln Continental 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 1983 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lincoln |
| Model | Charade | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |
