1975 Seat 124 vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 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 339 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1689 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 124 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Seat | Cadillac |
| Model | 124 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3302 mm |
