1988 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 335 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Daihatsu Charmant | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charmant | Taft |
Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |