2010 Volvo S80 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 32 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 694 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1978 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 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80, 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (240 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo S80 | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Volvo | Daihatsu |
| Model | S80 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2340 mm |
