1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 26 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1046 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, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Charmant | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2900 mm |
