1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1994 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1994 Steyr G-series 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Steyr G-series (95 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Steyr G-series weights approximately 1170 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 1994 Steyr G-series 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, 1994 Steyr G-series 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, 1994 Steyr G-series (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1994 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Steyr |
| Model | Charmant | G-series |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
