1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 29 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 1226 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charmant | Vito |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
