1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 13 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 686 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 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charmant | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |
