1985 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 835 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charmant | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charmant | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
