1978 Mazda 818 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 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 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 329 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1594 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. 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 1978 Mazda 818. 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 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | 818 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2947 mm |
