1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1040 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 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1978 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charmant | Pilot |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2780 mm |