1992 Chrysler Viper vs. 1976 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Viper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 780 kg more than 1976 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, 1992 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chrysler Viper | 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
Model | Viper | Charmant |
Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |