1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 863 kg more than 1989 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Avanti | Cadillac |
Model | Avanti | Escalade |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
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 | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |