1987 Ford Aerostar 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 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Aerostar 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 254 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1282 kg more than 1987 Ford Aerostar. 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 Ford Aerostar. 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Aerostar | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Aerostar | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3302 mm |
