1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick LeSabre 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 249 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1192 kg more than 1986 Buick LeSabre. 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 1986 Buick LeSabre. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | LeSabre | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |