2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1151 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 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Town & Country | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2340 mm |
