1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (188 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 1153 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
Model | Charmant | Safari |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 98 L |