2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 23 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 866 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Escalade | Charade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |
