1996 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 18 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1195 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 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover 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:
1996 Land Rover Range Rover | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Land Rover | Daihatsu |
Model | Range Rover | Charmant |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |