1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 29 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Charmant | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3200 mm |
