1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1991 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini LM 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 5,703 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1908 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 Lamborghini LM 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 Lamborghini LM 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 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1991 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lamborghini |
| Model | Charmant | LM |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
