2004 Buick Regal vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 25 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 731 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, 2004 Buick Regal, 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, 2004 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 2004 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1979 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Buick Regal | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Regal | Charmant |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2340 mm |