1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 23 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 595 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, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire 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. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2002 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chrysler |
| Model | Charmant | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
