1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1976 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 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, 1976 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1976 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charmant | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |
