1967 Cadillac Calais vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1095 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Cadillac Calais | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Calais | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2340 mm |
