1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen 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 297 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1207 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen. 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 1976 Dodge Aspen. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Aspen | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3302 mm |
