1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 849 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, 2013 Kia Sorento, 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. 2013 Kia Sorento 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. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Charmant | Sorento |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |