2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 870 kg more than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Escalade | Compagno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
