1985 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 729 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 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Daihatsu Charmant | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Charmant | Legacy |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |