1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 26 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (355 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1589 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.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Charmant | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3645 mm |
