1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1664 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charmant | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3030 mm |
