1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 31 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (387 HP) has 320 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 2009 Ford Falcon (520 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charmant | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 387 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2838 mm |
