1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1982 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 746 kg more than 1982 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Chairman | 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
Model | Chairman | Charmant |
Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |