1976 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 873 kg more than 1976 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Electra | Escalade |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |