2001 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1978 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 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Tracker | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Tracker | Charmant |
Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |