1994 Chrysler Viper vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Viper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 760 kg more than 1979 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, 1994 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Viper | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Viper | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
