2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 848 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac BLS | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | BLS | Charade |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |