1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 810 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS, 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Cadillac |
| Model | Charmant | BLS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
