1983 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 22 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 821 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, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charmant | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
