1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1758 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Daihatsu | Cadillac |
Model | Charmant | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2947 mm |