1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1991 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1991 Jeep Cherokee 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 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 730 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 1991 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1991 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1991 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Charmant | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
