1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 724 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charmant | Ram |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 4080 mm |
