1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1986 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1986 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 8 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 518 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.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1986 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
Model | Charmant | 6000 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |