1975 Triumph Toledo vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1734 kg more than 1975 Triumph Toledo. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Triumph Toledo | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Triumph | Cadillac |
Model | Toledo | Escalade |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |