1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 733 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charmant | Touran |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |