1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1977 Honda Accord

To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 80 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.

Because 1974 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Daihatsu Charmant 1977 Honda Accord
Make Daihatsu Honda
Model Charmant Accord
Year Released 1974 1977
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1165 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 80 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 90 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2390 mm


 

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