1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1699 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
Model | Familia | Escalade |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |