1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 255 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charmant | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
