1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L is newer by 5 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 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Skoda L weights approximately 38 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charmant | L |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
