1979 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 953 kg more than 1979 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2002 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Electra | Escalade |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |