1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1992 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1992 Mercury Capri 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Capri weights approximately 250 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 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, 1992 Mercury Capri, 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, 1992 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1992 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Charmant | Capri |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
