1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 29 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Charmant | Safari |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
