1982 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 291 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 930 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Cadillac |
| Model | Toronado | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |
