1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 26 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 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 660 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Charmant | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2540 mm |