1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 31 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 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 575 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 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charmant | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1406 cc | 2202 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
