1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 125 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charmant | Corolla |
Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |