1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 673 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 626 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Charmant | Viper |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 8274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 725 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |