1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1005 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charmant | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |