1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1989 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 11 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Jetta. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 83 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 1989 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1989 Volkswagen Jetta (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1989 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charmant | Jetta |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |