2006 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS-V 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 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (440 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (584 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS-V | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | STS-V | Charmant |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 440 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 584 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2340 mm |