1988 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 1159 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 2013 Infiniti JX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX 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 Infiniti JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Daihatsu Charmant | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
Model | Charmant | JX |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4989 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1722 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2901 mm |