1987 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 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 91 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 977 kg more than 1987 Porsche 928. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Porsche 928 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
Model | 928 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |