1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Charmant | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 4010 mm |
