1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1566 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 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
Model | Charmant | LR3 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2890 mm |