1977 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 13 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 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 655 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Daihatsu Charmant | 1990 Opel Omega | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charmant | Omega |
Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |