1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Lincoln Blackwood
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Blackwood is newer by 25 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Blackwood is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Blackwood weights approximately 798 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 1999 Lincoln Blackwood (481 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm). This means 1999 Lincoln Blackwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Lincoln Blackwood | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lincoln |
| Model | Charmant | Blackwood |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3520 mm |
