1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 26 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1350 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charmant | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 4020 mm |
