1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 16 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 1,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. 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, 1994 Honda Today, 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charmant | Today |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1165 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |