1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 610 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | 33 | Escalade |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |