1983 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2004 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 21 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 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 967 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.
Because 2004 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charmant | 2004 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Charmant | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
