2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. (218 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 895 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 (447 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. (306 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1980 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escalade | S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2950 mm |
