1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ (318 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJ (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 1993 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
Model | Charmant | XJ |
Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |