1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1992 Mazda 323
To start off, 1992 Mazda 323 is newer by 13 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 323 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 323 weights approximately 440 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.
Because 1992 Mazda 323 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 323 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, 1992 Mazda 323 (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1992 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charmant | 323 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
