1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 21 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 440 weights approximately 113 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, 1995 Volvo 440, 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, 1995 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Charmant | 440 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |