1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1988 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 10 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 65 kg more than 1988 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1988 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charmant | Charmant |
Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |