1973 Triumph TR6 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 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 274 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1572 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6. 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 1973 Triumph TR6. 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 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph TR6 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Triumph | Cadillac |
| Model | TR6 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
