1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 918 kg more than 1984 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 CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Cadillac |
| Model | Charmant | CTS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
