1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1163 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 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charmant | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 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 | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 87 L |
