1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 27 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 1212 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.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-09 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charmant | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charmant | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2875 mm |
