1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti 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 210 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti. 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 1987 Avanti Avanti. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
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1987 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Avanti | Cadillac |
Model | Avanti | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |