1982 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Electra | 2008 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
