1983 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charmant | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charmant | Galant |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
