1988 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 25 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1535 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.
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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charmant | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Charmant | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4000 mm |
