1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 1982 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 4 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Charmant | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2380 mm |
