1977 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 18 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 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1040 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.
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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Daihatsu Charmant | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charmant | SL |
Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |