1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 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 (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 246 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | A 90 | Escalade |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2950 mm |