1985 Austin Montego vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Montego 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 283 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1612 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1985 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1985 Austin Montego 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:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Montego | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3302 mm |
