1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 20 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1364 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 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
Model | Charade | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2750 mm |