2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois 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 304 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1963 kg more than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Cadillac | Sunbeam |
| Model | Escalade | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2090 mm |
