1972 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 794 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will offer significantly more control. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Pontiac | Cadillac |
| Model | Grand Prix | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 98 L |
