1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 707 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 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charmant | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1316 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
