2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 383 kg more than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Escalade | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
