1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2003 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon is newer by 19 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1440 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 2003 GMC Yukon 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, 2003 GMC Yukon 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, 2003 GMC Yukon (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 2003 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Charmant | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
