1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 36 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 632 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 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Charmant | Frontier |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1165 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3200 mm |