1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 15 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 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 418 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique, 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Mystique | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Mercury | Daihatsu |
Model | Mystique | Charmant |
Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |