2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1790 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 Express (400 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Express | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2340 mm |
