1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 12 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 772 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 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Charmant | Pajero |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |