1977 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 21 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 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 391 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Viper weights approximately 267 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Charmant | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charmant | Viper |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 8001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 49 L |
