1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 25 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (162 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 859 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charmant | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3250 mm |
