1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 32 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 967 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (104 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chrysler |
Model | Charmant | 300 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3053 mm |