1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Sprinter (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 185 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charmant | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
