1975 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 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 320 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1452 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | 929 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
