1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2002 Lexus IS
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS is newer by 22 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus IS weights approximately 750 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.
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, 2002 Lexus IS (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. 2002 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1980 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 2002 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Charmant | IS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
