2001 Acura NSX vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 18 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1983 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | NSX | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
