1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 586 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, 2006 Nissan Primera, 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (104 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera 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 Primera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charmant | Primera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2690 mm |
