1988 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 21 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1122 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 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Daihatsu Charmant | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
Model | Charmant | Rexton |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |