1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2003 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 25 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 380 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, 2003 Ford Econovan (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2003 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charmant | Econovan |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2210 mm |