1982 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1585 kg more than 1982 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1982 Daihatsu Delta has manual transmission. 1982 Daihatsu Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Daihatsu Delta | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Daihatsu | Cadillac |
Model | Delta | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2947 mm |