1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2000 Lotus Extreme
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 21 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 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 334 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
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, 2000 Lotus Extreme (180 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus Extreme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2000 Lotus Extreme | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Charmant | Extreme |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 700 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2420 mm |
