1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (317 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Charmant | 928 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
