1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 35 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1521 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Charmant | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 98 L |
