1971 Ford 17 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 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 338 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1971 Ford 17. 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 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford 17 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | 17 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 117 L |