2003 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 24 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Voyager (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 920 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.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Voyager | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Voyager | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
