1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1478 kg more than 1975 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 Sequoia (441 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charmant | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 99 L |
