1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 9 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 250 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charmant | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charmant | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
