1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2005 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1363 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Charger 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 2005 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2005 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Fellow | Charger |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
