1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 33 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1628 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. 2013 Dodge DURANGO has automatic transmission and 1980 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge DURANGO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Charmant | DURANGO |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3042 mm |