1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 29 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1040 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 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 2008 SsangYong Korando 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. 2008 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
Model | Charmant | Korando |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2490 mm |