1980 Audi Sport vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1691 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2004 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Sport | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
