1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 22 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 1166 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Charmant | Safari |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
