1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 17 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 190 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, 1996 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charmant | Polo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |