1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charmant | 929 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
