1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1800 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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 SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Cadillac |
| Model | Charade | SRX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
