1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 548 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Opel Omega (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charmant | Omega |
Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |