1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 35 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1130 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 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. 2013 Toyota Sienna 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. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charmant | Sienna |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3030 mm |