1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 29 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1941 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charmant | Ram |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3580 mm |
