2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 838 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Escalade | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |