1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 273 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 607 kg more than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Cadillac |
Model | Ninety-Eight | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2947 mm |