2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 892 kg more than 1978 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 Blazer (339 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Blazer | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
