1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 10 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 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont, 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, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (104 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
Model | Charmant | Belmont |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |