1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 18 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (591 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Charmant | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
