1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-350 weights approximately 285 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 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charmant | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 144 L |
