1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1938 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charmant | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3400 mm |
