1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 589 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. 2003 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1978 Daihatsu Delta has manual transmission. 1978 Daihatsu Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Cadillac |
| Model | Delta | CTS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2890 mm |
