1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | S-10 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2340 mm |
