1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 20 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 390 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charmant | SLK |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
