1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 33 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 679 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, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 2012 Honda Accord 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. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charmant | Accord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2741 mm |
