1952 Ford Consul vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE

To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP) has 357 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1668 kg more than 1952 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1952 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1952 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Ford Consul 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
Make Ford Cadillac
Model Consul ESCALADE
Year Released 1952 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1508 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 40 HP 397 HP
Torque 100 Nm 565 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1045 kg 2713 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 5662 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 2009 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1918 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 3302 mm