1978 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1737 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Escort | Escalade |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3302 mm |