1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 27 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1348 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charmant | Durango |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3030 mm |
