1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Calais | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Calais | Escape |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
