1958 Isuzu Minx vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Isuzu Minx 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 352 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1742 kg more than 1958 Isuzu Minx. 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 1958 Isuzu Minx. 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 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1958 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1958 Isuzu Minx 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.
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1958 Isuzu Minx | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Isuzu | Cadillac |
Model | Minx | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3302 mm |