1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 weights approximately 674 kg more than 1986 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Daihatsu Charmant | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charmant | 260 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2940 mm |