1988 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 488 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charmant | 1991 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charmant | Magna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
