1983 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 29 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1630 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 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charmant | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charmant | Titan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4060 mm |
