1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster 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 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 905 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 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Charmant | Boxster |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2420 mm |