1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1985 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 710 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Seville | 1985 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | Seville | Charmant |
Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |