1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1310 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 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 1998 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1979 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charmant | Ram |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2790 mm |
