1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 11 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 330 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, 1992 Peugeot 405, 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, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Charmant | 405 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |