1978 Buick Estate 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 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1978 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 811 kg more than 1978 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Estate. 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Estate. (381 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Estate | 2004 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Estate | Escalade |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 515 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |