2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1984 Audi Coupe
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe 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 206 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1618 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. 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 1984 Audi Coupe. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1984 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Escalade | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
