1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 1979 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Eldorado | Charade |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 34 L |
