1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 24 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W 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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
Model | Charmant | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2970 mm |