1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 990 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 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charmant | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3270 mm |
