1970 Ford Zephyr vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Zephyr 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 316 more horse power than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1970 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (154 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Zephyr | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Zephyr | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3302 mm |
