1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1207 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette 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:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Corvette | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 95 L |
