1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1995 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1995 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 17 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1995 SsangYong Chairman H, 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, 1995 SsangYong Chairman H (312 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm). This means 1995 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1995 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Charmant | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
