1977 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 285 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Daihatsu Charmant | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charmant | Passat |
Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |