1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Cadillac Seville (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1977 Cadillac Seville 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 1977 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1977 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. 1977 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2010 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2010 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | Seville | Charade |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 36 L |