1985 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 25 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 982 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.
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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charmant | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charmant | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2764 mm |
