1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 24 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1049 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charmant | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
