1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1233 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charmant | Sienna |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2023 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3030 mm |