2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Seville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Seville | 1986 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | Seville | Charade |
Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |