1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 933 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 1999 Opel Omega 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. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charmant | Omega |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2850 mm |