1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 24 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1172 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. 2005 Lincoln Town Car 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. 2005 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lincoln |
Model | Charmant | Town Car |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 103 Nm | 389 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2910 mm |