1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 23 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 869 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Daihatsu Charmant | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
Model | Charmant | FX |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |