1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1980 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 2 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 2,292 cc, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 270 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, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1980 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charmant | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |