2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor 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 305 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1853 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. 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 1957 Morris Minor. 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | Escalade | Minor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 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 | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
