1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1041 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charmant | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
