1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 28 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 605 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 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charmant | CR-V |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |