2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 195 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Terios | 1983 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Terios | Charmant |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |