1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 540 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charmant | B |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2780 mm |
