1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 18 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (325 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1905 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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche has automatic transmission and 1981 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Charmant | Corniche |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3070 mm |
