1992 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE

To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Corsa 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 353 more horse power than 1992 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1943 kg more than 1992 Opel Corsa. 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 1992 Opel Corsa. 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 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Corsa. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1992 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1992 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Opel Corsa 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
Make Opel Cadillac
Model Corsa ESCALADE
Year Released 1992 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 993 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 397 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 68 Nm 565 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72.1 mm 103 mm
Engine Stroke Size 61 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 770 kg 2713 kg
Vehicle Length 3630 mm 5662 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 2009 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1918 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 3302 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 117 L


 

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