1990 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort 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 310 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1499 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. 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 1990 Ford Escort. 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 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Escort | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2947 mm |
