1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 750 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Cadillac |
Model | Delta 88 | Escalade |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6965 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 638 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1857 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3302 mm |