1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1993 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 15 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 270 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, 1993 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1993 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charmant | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
