1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1988 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 1988 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Eldorado | Charade |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
