1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 22 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 1150 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.
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, 2006 Kia Pregio (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Charmant | Pregio |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |