1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Humber Sceptre 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 318 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1633 kg more than 1974 Humber Sceptre. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Humber | Cadillac |
| Model | Sceptre | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 2625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |
