1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (260 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 weights approximately 818 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
Model | Charmant | 442 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2850 mm |