2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2001 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Escalade | 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
