1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1982 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 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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, both vehicles can yield 130 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charmant | Corolla |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |