1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 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 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 796 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 629 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Charmant | Viper |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 8355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |