1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett.
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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charmant | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
