1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 498 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Charmant | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2950 mm |
