1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 652 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Fleetwood | Charade |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2330 mm |
