1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1180 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.
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, 1969 Cadillac Calais, 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Calais | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2340 mm |
