2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 275 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Terios | 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Terios | Charmant |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |