1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 28 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), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 2007 Ford E-150 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. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charmant | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| 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 | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3510 mm |
