1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Jeep CJ7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Jeep CJ7 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 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, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charmant | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Charmant | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
