1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 108 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charmant | Passat |
Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |