2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1986 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1986 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 (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 1986 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | STS | Charmant |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |