2005 Acura MDX vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 26 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 1189 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 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (104 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | MDX | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
