1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 594 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charmant | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
