1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 604 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | LeSabre | Charmant |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 130 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |