1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant

To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 755 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.

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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Buick Skylark 1987 Daihatsu Charmant
Make Buick Daihatsu
Model Skylark Charmant
Year Released 1972 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5722 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 99 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1605 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2410 mm


 

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