1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 250 kg more than 2010 Ford Escape.
Because 1969 Cadillac Calais is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Cadillac Calais. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1969 Cadillac Calais | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Calais | Escape |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2824 mm |