2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1991 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 845 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (566 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1991 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Escalade | Charade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |
