1989 Rover Range Rover vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Range Rover 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 212 more horse power than 1989 Rover Range Rover. (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 706 kg more than 1989 Rover Range Rover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Range Rover. (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Range Rover | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Rover | Cadillac |
| Model | Range Rover | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 117 L |
