1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 537 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 98 L |
