1955 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 964 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. 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 1955 Oldsmobile 98. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1955 Oldsmobile 98 has manual transmission. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 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:
| 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Cadillac |
| Model | 98 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3302 mm |
