2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 994 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | SRX | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2340 mm |
