2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 218 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1173 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | GMC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Envoy | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2340 mm |
