1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1977 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 205 kg more than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. 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 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1977 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charmant | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2040 mm |
