1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 23 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 420 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charmant | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
