1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 239 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1482 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | GTV | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3302 mm |
