1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1990 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | Eldorado | Charade |
Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2370 mm |