1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. Both 1987 Daihatsu Charmant and 1981 Daihatsu Charmant are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charmant | Charmant |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |