1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1982 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1982 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 75 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.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Nissan Pulsar (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1982 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charmant | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2420 mm |
