1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 20 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Niva weights approximately 420 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 1999 Lada Niva 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, 1999 Lada Niva 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, 1999 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
| Model | Charmant | Niva |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2210 mm |
