1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1969 ZIL 114
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 7,962 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 ZIL 114 (254 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2383 kg more than 1978 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, 1969 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1969 ZIL 114 | |
Make | Daihatsu | ZIL |
Model | Charmant | 114 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 7962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 3175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3770 mm |