2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1977 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 895 kg more than 1977 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1977 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | Catera | Charmant |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |