1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 422 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charmant | 626 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |