1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 30 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 495 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.
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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 2009 Kia Borrego 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. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Charmant | Borrego |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2900 mm |