1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1982 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Fairlane | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3302 mm |
