2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1667 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Avalanche | Charmant |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 103 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2340 mm |