1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 24 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 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 369 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
Model | Charmant | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 264 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |