1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | 500 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
