2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1287 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 Buick Rainier 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 Buick Rainier 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 Buick Rainier (374 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rainier | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |
