1971 Oldsmobile 442 vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (260 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 889 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile 442.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Cadillac |
| Model | 442 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 502 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 | 1730 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3302 mm |
