1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1993 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1993 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 695 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 1993 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charmant | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2870 mm |
