2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1984 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 855 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Catera | 1984 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | Catera | Charmant |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |