1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charmant | Vito |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3210 mm |