2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1995 Ford Versailles
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Versailles is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Versailles (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Versailles should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1995 Ford Versailles (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Versailles will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1995 Ford Versailles | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Versailles |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
