1977 Toyota Century 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 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Century 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 240 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 948 kg more than 1977 Toyota Century. 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 1977 Toyota Century. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Century | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
Model | Century | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3374 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3302 mm |