1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,221 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1075 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 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charmant | E |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1165 cc | 3221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |