1985 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 26 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1703 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Daihatsu Charmant | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Charmant | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2946 mm |