1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1984 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 767 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 1984 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | LeSabre | Charmant |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |