1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 775 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 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 2002 Mercury Sable 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 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Charmant | Sable |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |