1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2004 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 30 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 398 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 2004 Ford Ranger 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, 2004 Ford Ranger 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, 2004 Ford Ranger (323 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2004 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charmant | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3200 mm |
