1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 33 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 966 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
Model | Charmant | XJ |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 600 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3157 mm |