1977 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2003 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 26 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 610 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 2003 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2003 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Daihatsu Charmant | 2003 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
Model | Charmant | Freelander |
Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |