1978 Lada 1200 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP) has 268 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1725 kg more than 1978 Lada 1200. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1978 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1978 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Lada 1200 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Lada | Cadillac |
Model | 1200 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 327 HP |
Torque | 85 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 95 L |