1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2004 Lexus GS
To start off, 2004 Lexus GS is newer by 25 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GS (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GS weights approximately 825 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, 2004 Lexus GS (298 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (104 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2004 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Charmant | GS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |
