1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1991 Daihatsu Applause

To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 13 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 95 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, 1991 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1991 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Daihatsu Charmant 1991 Daihatsu Applause
Make Daihatsu Daihatsu
Model Charmant Applause
Year Released 1978 1991
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1288 cc 1589 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 67 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 103 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 830 kg 925 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2480 mm


 

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