1978 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, both 1978 Chevrolet Impala and 1978 Daihatsu Charmant were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 715 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Impala | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Impala | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3788 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 82 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2340 mm |
