1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Charmant | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
