1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1989 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 is newer by 15 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 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 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 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charmant | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2040 mm |
