2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 1986 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 17 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 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 950 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 1550 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.
Because 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen 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 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1282 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 1986 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | V Sixteen | Charade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2330 mm |
