1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 30 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 1045 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, 2010 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Charmant | GS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2850 mm |
