2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant

To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 583 kg more than 1979 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, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Chevrolet Camaro 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
Make Chevrolet Daihatsu
Model Camaro Charmant
Year Released 2001 1979
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3390 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1413 kg 830 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2340 mm


 

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