1992 Honda Shuttle vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1992 Honda Shuttle is newer by 14 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 25 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, 1992 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Shuttle | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Honda | Daihatsu |
| Model | Shuttle | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
