1974 Buick GS vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 982 kg more than 1974 Buick GS. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick GS. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1974 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1974 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | GS | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3302 mm |
