1977 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 23 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2400 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 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Daihatsu Charmant | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charmant | Excursion |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3490 mm |