1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1474 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | GTV6 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 2612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
