1973 Vauxhall Firenza vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1449 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1973 Vauxhall Firenza has manual transmission. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Vauxhall Firenza | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Vauxhall | Cadillac |
Model | Firenza | Escalade |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2946 mm |