1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Marcos TS (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Marcos TS weights approximately 283 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 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2004 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Marcos |
| Model | Charmant | TS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |
