1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 301 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 736 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
| Model | Charade | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
