2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 1976 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Catera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Catera (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 630 kg more than 1976 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 Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. 2003 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1976 Daihatsu Delta has manual transmission. 1976 Daihatsu Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Catera | 1976 Daihatsu Delta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Catera | Delta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2200 mm |
