1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1983 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will offer significantly more control. 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Cadillac |
| Model | Charade | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 397 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 117 L |
