1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1984 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1984 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 6 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 20 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. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1984 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charmant | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
