1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1976 Lada 1200
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1976 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lada 1200 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 1976 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
Model | Charmant | 1200 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |