1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
| Model | Charmant | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
