1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1520 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 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charmant | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 4477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |
