1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 578 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.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charmant | Tribute |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |