2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 798 kg more than 1956 Chrysler C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chrysler C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1956 Chrysler C (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1956 Chrysler C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Escalade | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 5801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3210 mm |
