1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1987 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1987 Dodge Colt is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Colt (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Colt weights approximately 320 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Colt, 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, 1987 Dodge Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 1987 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charmant | Colt |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
