2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 777 kg more than 1993 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | BLS | Charade |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 823 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 37 L |