1980 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 807 kg more than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Eldorado | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
