2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1992 Daihatsu Opti
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Opti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Opti 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 852 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
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, 1992 Daihatsu Opti, 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 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1992 Daihatsu Opti | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Escalade | Opti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |
