1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 20 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 880 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 2004 Mercury Montego 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, 2004 Mercury Montego 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Charmant | Montego |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
