2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 Daihatsu Charmant

To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 977 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 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 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Cadillac Seville 1986 Daihatsu Charmant
Make Cadillac Daihatsu
Model Seville Charmant
Year Released 2000 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4572 cc 1288 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 290 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 98 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1827 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2410 mm