1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 880 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Eldorado | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
