1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 990 kg more than 1974 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | LeSabre | Charmant |
Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |