1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1435 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 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 2011 Dodge Durango 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. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charmant | Durango |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1819 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3043 mm |
