1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 27 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 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 745 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Charmant | 350Z |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3491 cc |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |