1975 Kia Brisa vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Kia Brisa 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 344 more horse power than 1975 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1975 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1923 kg more than 1975 Kia Brisa. 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 1975 Kia Brisa. 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 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1975 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1975 Kia Brisa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Kia Brisa | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Kia | Cadillac |
| Model | Brisa | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3302 mm |
