1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1978 Pontiac Lemans
To start off, both 1978 Daihatsu Charmant and 1978 Pontiac Lemans were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Lemans is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Lemans weights approximately 569 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. 1978 Pontiac Lemans has automatic transmission and 1978 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Pontiac Lemans will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1978 Pontiac Lemans | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Charmant | Lemans |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
