1982 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Patrol 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 303 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 617 kg more than 1982 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Patrol. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1982 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1982 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Patrol | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3302 mm |
