1966 Ford Lotus Cortina vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina 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 292 more horse power than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1787 kg more than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. 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 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina has manual transmission. 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina 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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1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Lotus Cortina | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |