1980 Audi Sport vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 26 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Sport | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 |
